Sen. Mitch McConnell: Washington Can Cut Spending

10/16/2013 5:17PM

Speaking after a deal had been announced, Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R., Ky.) was confident that the budget stalemate would be resolved on Wednesday but underscored the importance of preserving the Budget Control Act. Photo: AP

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